Question: Can my dog contract distemper if he's had a vaccine? Answer: Unfortunately, the short answer to this question is “yes”. Vaccines are unable to 100% completely protect against a disease, however providing your dog with the recommended vaccination protocol will greatly reduce his chances of becoming sick.27 июн. 2012 г.
How do I know if my dog has distemper?
Signs and symptoms of canine distemper include:1Fever.2Nasal discharge.3Eye discharge.4Lethargy.5Sneezing.6Coughing.7Difficulty breathing.8Vomiting.
How effective is distemper vaccine?
CDV vaccines provide prolonged immunity in a high percentage of dogs that receive one dose of MLV vaccine at or after 16 weeks of age. Efficacy of CDV vaccines approaches 99% and dogs develop protective immunity within a few days after vaccination.
What age are dogs most susceptible to distemper?
Young dogs (2-6 months of age), and unvaccinated puppies older than 6 weeks of age are most commonly infected and develop disease. Dogs of all ages can be infected and become sick if they are exposed to the virus and are not properly protected by vaccination.
How long does canine distemper last?
Recovery is usually dependent upon the strength of the dog's immune system and the strain of distemper they have contracted. It can take up to 2 months to fully recover. How quickly you respond to potential CDV symptoms also impacts your pet's chances at survival.
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